Atty. Kenneth E. Kohler

Atty. Kenneth E. Kohler

Ken Kohler's practice involves a broad range of corporate and capital markets work, including public offerings and private placements of equity and debt securities, mergers and acquisitions of public and private companies, and disclosure and reporting matters under the federal securities laws. Mr.

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Profile Summary

About Kenneth E. Kohler at a glance

Kenneth E. Kohler is a m&a attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Morrison Foerster. Admitted to practice in California, The State Bar of California. Educated at Yale University (J.D., 1980). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice (2026). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ken Kohler's practice involves a broad range of corporate and capital markets work, including public offerings and private placements of equity and debt securities, mergers and acquisitions of public and private companies, and disclosure and reporting matters under the federal securities laws
  • Mr. Kohler also has extensive experience representing banks, REITs, mortgage bankers and others in corporate finance, structured finance and securitization transactions
  • He is experienced in cross-border capital markets transactions in the Asia Pacific region
  • Mr. Kohler is a contributor to Covered Bonds Handbook, published by Practising Law Institute (2010)
  • Mr. Kohler is also active in the firm's clean technology practice

Practice Areas Explained

Kenneth E. Kohler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kenneth E. Kohler handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Mergers & Acquisitions

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kenneth E. Kohler

Where is Kenneth E. Kohler's law office located?
Kenneth E. Kohler's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Morrison Foerster. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kenneth E. Kohler handle?
Kenneth E. Kohler focuses on m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did Kenneth E. Kohler go to law school?
Kenneth E. Kohler earned their education at (J.D., 1980).
How can I contact Kenneth E. Kohler for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Kenneth E. Kohler received?
Kenneth E. Kohler's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law.

Education

J.D.
Yale University
- 1980

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Emerging Business
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Life Sciences
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Pharmaceutical
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice (Los Angeles)
- 2022

Bar Admissions

California, The State Bar of California

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